A social media user has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to spreading misinformation with malicious intent about the daughter of Nigerian singers Adekunle Gold and Simi. The individual, identified as Mr. Samuel Adeboye Adeyeye, known on X as Swanky_concept, had posted a message falsely insinuating that Deja, the daughter of the celebrity couple, had passed away.
Details of the Offense
In his post on X, Adeyeye wrote, “My sincere condolences to the Adekunle family. Rip to Deja.” This false claim quickly drew attention and caused distress to the family and their fans. The troll was subsequently taken to court, where he pleaded guilty to charges of cyberbullying and defamation on May 14.
Sentencing and Reactions
The following day, on May 15, the court handed down a sentence of two years imprisonment. The case has sparked reactions on social media, with many X users expressing that the sentencing serves as a strong warning to those who use social media platforms to spread false information and engage in bullying. The verdict underscores the legal consequences of cyberbullying and defamation in Nigeria.
